Qualification/Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Laboratory Techniques 5M3807

Duration: 1 Year

Fee: €50

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

HOW WILL I LEARN 

You will have a mixture of classroom-based subjects, laboratory practicals and independent study. You will be expected to complete assignments throughout the year. Course work will consist of a combination of onsite & online learning.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.

WHAT WE WOULD LIKE FROM YOU!

An ambition to study Science at Third Level, a love of science & maths and a willingness to work hard are what is required.

PARTICULAR RESOURCES REQUIRED

Manuals are provided for some components. Laboratory equipment and white coats are also supplied for practical classes.

CAREER/PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

Employment opportunities include working in pharmaceutical research organisations as clinical researchers or as laboratory assistants. They may also work in science-related industries such as clinical trial monitoring or medical research organisations. Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Past students have progressed onto TU Dublin, DCU, UCD, Maynooth, TCD, TU Tallaght, SETU Carlow, ATU Sligo and UCC. Six of our 2020 graduates got into Science in TCD. Five are in UCD Science and six into TU etc. Also, Cathal Brugha Fet Science Students who graduate & meet the entry requirements for ATU Sligo are guaranteed places on many of their level 6 & 7 Science courses. All Science courses in DCU accept this Award. The new Laboratory apprenticeships are also an option.

Click this course code 5M3807 to see progression routes.

See what our Students say:

The Pre University Science course allowed me to gain the necessary knowledge to attend Ulster University to study Radiography. The course allowed me to mature and go into college with a better understanding of science which would help any student wanting to study any science or medical course at university level. All the lecturers have a great teaching structure which includes PowerPoint learning and practicals. I definitely think studying this course for a year made my transition easier into university.

Aoife Ward (2020-’21)-Radiography student in Ulster University

See past Pre Uni Science student Clara Kinsella (TCD student) in a video INSPIRATIONAL PLC SUCCESS STORIES

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• It is recommended that Applicants have attained a Pass grade in Leaving Cert Ordinary Level Maths or equivalent

• Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)

• LCA and Leaving Certificate Foundation Maths students must sit a short Maths test in Cathal Brugha FET College as part of Induction process.

• If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment

• Mature students welcome

• Enquiries: orla.devereux@kmcfe.cdetb.ie

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